Browse through these state-of-the-art slow-cookers for some culinary inspiration

State-of-the-Art Slow Cookers

State-of-the-Art Slow Cookers

If you think slow-cookers only belong in your grandmother’s kitchen, think again. New technology and sleek designs have updated the traditional appliance, uniting its home-spun practicality with a new air of sophistication. In addition to Crock Pot, brands like Cuisinart and Proctor Silex are introducing slow-cookers with new features, such as LCD touchpad screens and digitized timing. And many models now offer a choice of several heat settings, so you can program your machine to keep your stews warm overnight or piping hot for serving. Plus, all of these svelte slow-cookers are dishwasher-safe, so even clean-up is hassle-free. Click through our top picks to learn how these slow-cookers can introduce you to a whole new world of convenience—and make cooking everything from savory stews to sweet puddings a piece of cake.